Trolamul [Trollamul]

Overlooking a complex Atlantic coastline, this rugged peak offers an ascent over ancient Lewisian gneiss and peat moorland. Classified as a Hump and a Tump, its isolated summit provides a rewarding vantage point across the Sound of Harris and the scattered islands towards North Uist, far exceeding its humble height.

• •The name is derived from the Old Norse 'Trolla-múli', which translates to 'Troll’s Snout' or 'Troll’s Headland'. It is a linguistic remnant of the Viking age, often used to describe craggy features that suggested a mythical profile when viewed from the sea.
• •The summit provides a high-quality perspective on the geography of the Sound of Harris. On a clear day, the low-lying islands of Ensay and Killigray are clearly visible, set against the larger silhouette of North Uist to the south.
• •The 'troll' in the name might suggest a fearsome ascent, but the real monsters on these slopes are the midges, which are significantly harder to spot and far more persistent than any mythical mountain dweller.